Forklift Operator Lead

Job Title:

Forklift Operator Lead Department:

Eagan MNJob Status:

Non-Exempt Compensation:

Direct Reports:

No

COMPANY OVERVIEW Cross

Country Freight Solutions (CCFS) is an exceptional company with a mission to achieve universal prosperity with our Customers, Company, Team Members, & Communities. We use the latest technology to provide quality service and on-time delivery to our customers. CCFS provides direct service throughout the Western and Central United States. We look forward to having you Hitch on and Prosper with us!

SHIFT:
Monday-Friday, (12am-8am)
PAY: $27/hr

REPORTS TO:

Operations Supervisor DIRECT REPORTS:
No

LOCATION:

Eagan, MNJOB SUMMARY Cross

Country Freight Solutions is looking for a Freight Handler Lead that has a safety-first mindset and effective communications skills. This role requires leading by example, taking accountability for your team, and having the capacity to complete daily warehouse duties. Advance your leadership career today with CCFS!

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES Ensure all team members are on time and ready for work.

Inspect the dock to make sure it is a clean and safe work environment.

Coordinate dock operations with dispatch.

Meet with Operations Supervisors for daily assignments.

Assist with loading and unloading a wide variety of freight.

JOB SPECIFICATIONS Skills & Knowledge At least 18 years of ageMust be able to frequently lift and/or move up to fifty (50) pounds

Must be able to occasionally lift and/or move up to ninety (90) pounds

Previous forklift experience – preferred

Previous supervisory or management experience - preferred

Excellent communication and problem-solving skills

This position requires successful completion of a pre-employment skills assessment

Physical Demands Must be able to perform frequent squatting and crouching to handle freight

Must be able to safely maneuver freight/pallets weighing up to 2,500 pounds onto a dolly or cart with a force of up to 130 pounds with mechanical aid in various environments/conditions.

Must be able to carry freight weighing up to 40 pounds for a distance of up to 20 feet.

Must be able to help load and unload full trailers of freight weighing up to 45,000 pounds with mechanical aid.

Must be able to open and close cargo doors and to climb into and out of vehicles.

BENEFITS Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance PTO, Paid Holidays, Volunteer Time Off, Wellness Time Off
401k Retirement Plan Biweekly Pay#NMMNFH